Dufour 44 Performance (2007)

Designed by Umberto Felci and built by Dufour Yachts in 2007, this Dufour 44 Performance is a sailboat that combines safety, comfort and sportiness. Built to the most demanding standards, its construction category is ocean-going and it is approved for a maximum of 12 passengers.

With simple lines, its exterior design is elegant and sporty, with a wide, obstacle-free bow, perfect for relaxing and sunbathing. Its cockpit is spacious, equipped with a table, speakers and a hood, perfect for enjoying on summer days.

Its interior is one of its strong points, very spacious and bright, with wardrobes in all cabins and great storage capacity. Versatile thanks to its 4 cabins and 2 bathrooms, it comfortably accommodates 8 people, while the convertible saloon table can accommodate 2 more passengers. The cabins have 2x1.50m beds and the interior height is no less than 1.90m, making it an interesting option even for the tallest.

In its more technical aspect, the Dufour 44 Performance is a very competitive regatta cruiser, fast in all directions and wind conditions. Its track record is enviable, having won the Copa del Rey twice, it accelerates with the slightest breath of air and its large wheel offers precision and excellent sensitivity, delighting even the most demanding.

The equipment is as complete as you can imagine, fully equipped kitchen, fishing equipment (coastal, deep sea, squid), snorkelling equipment, paddle surf, professional camera, gopro, drone, board games, Spotify, etc. to turn these days into your unforgettable vacation.

ABOUT THE CAPTAIN AND OWNER

Getting to know the skipper with whom you are going to share your leisure time is one of the most important issues, so let me introduce myself:

My name is Didac and I was born in Barcelona 38 years ago. I am a yacht captain and professional skipper as well as being a technical mechanical industrial engineer from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia. I have 4 professional certificates in the SCTW specialty: basic safety training, restricted GMDSS operator, rescue boat training and initial specific health training. I have been a skipper since 2009, I have participated in numerous coastal and offshore regattas and I am very familiar with the Catalan coast and the Balearic Islands.

I speak Spanish, Catalan, English and French and I combine my passion for the sea with travelling, having been to more than 40 countries and 4 continents. My dream is to one day sail around the world.

I am a professional, which means that I dedicate 100% of my time to sailing and personally looking after the sailboat, both aesthetically and mechanically. As an owner, I take an interest in the smallest detail and after each reservation, I clean and disinfect the sailboat, both inside and on deck, guaranteeing a healthy Covid-Free space.

I prepare all reservations in advance, to the taste of my clients, studying the weather in great detail and offering advice to make the experience extraordinary.

I fully insure the sailboat and its passengers with Pantaenius, the most serious nautical insurance subscription company with the best coverage in the nautical sector.

Some of my strengths are flexibility, empathy and passion for what I do.

My promise is that you will have a great time whatever your plan and I invite you to read my reviews so you can see real opinions from other clients who have already sailed with me.

ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

-Boarding times are at 10:00 a.m. 10:00am and disembarkation at approximately 19:00; I am very flexible in this matter and will attend to your requests.
-If you wish to spend the night on the sailboat, you must select a minimum of 2 days.
-The sailboat is prepared to go to the Balearic Islands; taking into account that it takes 2 days to go/return, I recommend a minimum of 5 days to go to Menorca or Mallorca and 7 for Ibiza and Formentera.
-Yes, you can take the sailboat and you can learn as much as you want; I love to explain.
-If we sail for more than one day, except for safety reasons, I leave it to my clients' taste to spend the night anchored in a cove or moored in port.
-My clients bring their food and drink, there is a large refrigerator to keep it and a kitchen to cook it. I recommend simple food that does not require much preparation. Prepared food is a good option.
-If it rains or there are clouds, the reservation remains firm. If there is a warning of a storm, you will be informed in advance and I will propose a change in the dates. If it is not possible in any way, the amount will be refunded taking into account the chosen insurance.
-My phone number will appear once the reservation is made and we can personally confirm all the details. If in the meantime you have other questions, I will be happy to answer them through the chat.

If you are thinking about it, do not think about it any longer, this is your sailboat.
Thank you and see you soon!